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Lobster Tails

Cultural Context

Lobster tails are a luxurious seafood dish often associated with special occasions and celebrations in the United States. Traditionally enjoyed on holidays like Christmas or during summer barbecues, they embody the coastal culinary heritage of New England. Today, they are popular in various preparations, from grilling to baking, making them accessible to seafood lovers worldwide.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
medium
2 servings
Servings4
2 Lobster tails (about 4 to 5 oz ea.)
⅓ Cup Spanish Dry Sherry (or dry white wine)
1 Tbs. Garlic thinly sliced
1 Tbs. Butter
1 Tbs. Parsley chopped
1 Tbs. E.V.O.O.
1 Tbs. Lemon juice
Salt

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides a similar acidity with a different flavor profile.

1

Cut underside of lobster tails with kitchen shears.

2

Use heavy chef’s knife to split lobster tails in half.

3

Detach lobster meat from shells using your thumb.

4

Drizzle olive oil on lobster tail halves.

5

Add butter to a hot skillet.

6

Add garlic and cook until fragrant.

7

Add lobster tail halves.

8

Add dry sherry or white wine.

9

Cover and let cook for about 2 to 3 minutes.

10

Uncover and add salt, lemon juice, and parsley.

11

Cook for another minute (Do not overcook!!!).

12

Serve and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

heavy chef’s knifekitchen shearshot skillet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freepaleo

Allergens

shellfish

Also Known As

Grilled Lobster TailsBaked Lobster Tails

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